Power Steering Pump Noise After Replacement
Going through the process of installing a power steering pump with a remote or bolt-on reservoir sometimes leaves the pump noisy and lacking the proper assist. Before making the assumption that the replacement pump is bad, consider checking the bolt-on reservoir.
Lexus: Notchy Steering Wheel at Highway Speeds
Some Lexus vehicles may exhibit an intermittent non-binding notchy steering feel and/or the steering wheel will not smoothly self-center when driving at highway speeds. This condition may occur when changing lanes or when coming out of long, sweeping turns at highway speeds.
Royal Purple Offers Max EZ Synthetic Power Steering Fluid
Royal Purple Max EZ is suitable for use in any car and truck hydraulic power steering systems and is compatible with any OEM and stock replacement power steering fluids.
Autoliv And Neonode To Showcase The Future Of Steering Wheel Technology At CES
Autoliv Inc., a global leader in automotive safety, and Neonode Inc., the optical touch technology company, announced they will jointly showcase the next generation of automotive human machine interface at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. To date, the joint development has focused on accelerating the development of the next generation of driver
New Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak Fixes Oil, Transmission And Power Steering Leaks
Bar’s Leaks has combined three of its popular stop leak products into a unique new multipurpose formula that can eliminate engine, transmission and power steering system fluid leaks. New Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak is the first all-in-one additive specifically designed to stop leaks in all three systems. “Instead of stocking three separate stop
Diagnosing Power Steering Loss on a 2008 Ford Escape
The vehicle in question is a 2008 Ford Escape with a 3.0-L engine. The customer complaints are as follows: The steering wheel will turn by itself; at times, usually when turning, the vehicle will lose all power steering assist; and occasionally, while turning, the vehicle’s steering seems shaky. The 2008 and newer Escape models use
New Digital Steering Catalog And Prop Shaft ID Guide From CARDONE
CARDONE’s new Steering Catalog features hundreds of new SKUs and covers import and domestic, reman and new: Power Steering Pumps, Rack & Pinions, Steering Gears, Pittman Arms and Magna-Pure Power Steering Pumps & Filters.
Tech Tip: Steering System Flush Procedure
Fine particles can enter a hydraulic system because of mechanical stress on the steering components. As a consequence, it is recommended to flush the entire hydraulic system when replacing the power steering pump. A few vehicle manufacturers have installed a drain bolt in the area of the steering gear. The disadvantage is that it is not possible to drain all the fluid here. A residual quantity always remains in the system.
Federal-Mogul Adds Dozens Of Parts To MOOG Steering And Suspension Line
Federal-Mogul’s MOOG Steering and Suspension brand has introduced dozens of additional part numbers, including five ball joints and one sway bar bushing for several popular late-model foreign nameplate applications.
GM Power Steering Pump Replacement Tips
An analysis of returned power steering (PS) pumps that had been replaced for noise, no power assist, no or low pressure and leaking conditions has indicated a high number of “No Trouble Found” results. When attempting to repair a power steering concern, the steering system analyzer should be used to assist the technician in a successful diagnosis.